The Met Office has issued a critical new weather alert, urging Brits to gather essential items as a 33-hour yellow rain warning takes effect for parts of eastern Scotland. This alert warns of "further flooding" and significant travel disruption across four key areas, following an already saturated period from three days of very wet weather.
Details of the Weather Warning
The yellow warning is scheduled to be in force from midnight today until 9am on Sunday, specifically targeting regions in eastern Scotland. According to the Met Office, the persistent and at times heavy rain is expected to exacerbate existing conditions, with many locations having already received over 100 mm of rainfall in recent days.
Expected Rainfall and Impacted Areas
Forecasts indicate that many places within the affected patch could see an additional 20mm to 30mm of rain, with isolated spots potentially receiving up to 50mm. This substantial precipitation heightens concerns for localised flooding and hazardous travel conditions.
The areas covered by this weather warning include:
- Central, Tayside & Fife
- Angus
- Perth and Kinross
- Grampian, encompassing Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Public Advisory and Preparedness
In response to the alert, the Met Office is advising residents in these regions to take precautionary measures. This includes gathering essential items such as emergency kits, securing properties against potential water damage, and planning for possible travel delays or cancellations.
The warning underscores the ongoing challenges posed by the wet weather spell, with authorities monitoring the situation closely for any escalations. Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds.
